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Environmental Group Demands Action On Leaking Wellhead Disaster In Rivers
The Environmental Defenders Network (EDEN) has issued an urgent plea for intervention by authorities to halt an oil spill from a leaking wellhead and extinguish a resulting fire between Bukuma and Buguma in Asari Toru Local Government Area, Rivers State. The group described the situation as a prolonged environmental assault that requires immediate attention.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In a statement released by EDEN’s Media Manager, Elvira Jordan, the call came after distressed residents of the community reported a massive fire outbreak at the wellhead, which has been leaking crude oil since early January 2025.
A community resident, speaking anonymously to EDEN, claimed the fire erupted after an Air Force helicopter allegedly fired shots to disperse oil thieves near the wellhead.
Chima Williams, EDEN’s Executive Director, strongly criticized the Rivers State Ministry of Environment, the National Oil Spill Detection and Response Agency (NOSDRA), and other regulatory bodies for their failure to address the environmental disaster. He described the inaction as a severe violation of human and environmental rights.
“For the affected communities, 2025 has begun with devastation as their environment, which is their primary source of livelihood, suffers severe disruption. In a functioning society, oil spills and fires of this magnitude would not be left unchecked for such an extended period,” Williams said.
He highlighted the extensive ecological damage and health risks posed to the riverine communities, emphasizing the harmful exposure to chemicals in the delicate terrain.
Williams urged the Rivers State Ministry of Environment, NOSDRA, and other agencies to prioritize the welfare of the affected people. He also called on the military to adopt more professional and environmentally conscious strategies to combat oil theft and bunkering.
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“MY DAD WAS BABANGIDA’S ENEMY #1!” — TV Host Morayo Brown Exposes Dark Military Era Rivalry!.
Speaking during a recent interview on Jay On Air TV, the broadcaster recounted her father’s fearless pro-democracy activism, detailing how his defiance against military dictatorship led to state intimidation, imprisonment, and eventual exile.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Speaking during a recent interview on Jay On Air TV, the broadcaster recounted her father’s fearless pro-democracy activism, detailing how his defiance against military dictatorship led to state intimidation, imprisonment, and eventual exile.
Imprisoned Alongside Beko Ransome-Kuti
According to Morayo, her father’s relentless public criticism of the Babangida regime made him a prime target for state security forces, leading to frequent harassment and detentions.
Key details shared during the interview include:
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Relentless Persecution: Her father faced constant surveillance and intimidation due to his vocal stance against harmful government policies.
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Shared Prison Cells: He was detained multiple times, sharing cell blocks with prominent human rights crusaders, including the late Dr. Beko Ransome-Kuti.
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Forced Into Exile: As threats from the military government intensified, remaining in Nigeria became untenable, forcing him to flee the country to escape state-sponsored retaliation.
A Legacy of Courage and Conviction
Reflecting on how her father’s political battles shaped her personal outlook, Morayo highlighted his refusal to be silenced in the face of tyranny as her main inspiration.
“My father was an activist; I grew up knowing he was one of Babangida’s top enemies. Babangida deeply despised him and hated him with passion.
My father shared prison cells with Beko Ransome-Kuti and others. He had to go into exile because Babangida was chasing him.”
She added that witnessing his bravery firsthand instilled in her a lifelong commitment to speaking truth to power and standing firmly for her beliefs.
The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF), the apex socio-cultural group of Northern Nigeria, has outrightly dismissed the reported one-term presidential agreement between Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC), and his running mate, Rabiu Kwankwaso.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The ACF labeled the secret arrangement illegal, unconstitutional, and a product of pure political desperation.
“Nobody Sent Them to Negotiate for North or South”
Speaking in an interview with Leadership, the ACF National Publicity Secretary, Tukur Muhammad Baba, emphasized that neither Obi nor Kwankwaso possesses the authority to negotiate power rotation between the regions:
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No Mandate: Nobody commissioned either candidate to broker a presidential deal between the North and the South.
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Self-Interest: The pact is driven strictly by personal political ambitions rather than public service.
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Unconstitutional Concept: Leadership rotation is strictly an internal political party affair, not a constitutional requirement, and cannot be forced onto the nation.
Why ACF Wants Voters to Reject the NDC Ticket
Baba argued that rather than convincing Northern voters to support their campaign, the one-term agreement is a strong reason for Nigerians to reject both candidates at the 2027 polls.
“Suppose Peter Obi wins by chance and performs exceptionally well; would it make sense to force him out after just four years for an unproven candidate? It simply makes no sense,” Baba stated.
“Nigerian politicians should not act as if attaining power is all that matters. The fact that they signed such an agreement shows they do not wish this country well.”
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NATIONAL OUTRAGE! Kwankwaso Drops Shocking Bombshell: “We Will Negotiate With Terrorists And Criminals!”.
During an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today, Rabiu Kwankwaso, the vice-presidential candidate for the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), outlined the party’s strategy for addressing insecurity ahead of the 2027 elections. He stated that an NDC administration would engage with everyone, including criminals and terrorists, to help deter their actions. Kwankwaso noted that local residents in affected areas are well-aware of the identities and locations of these outlaws, but they often withhold information from security forces out of fear due to negative past experiences when reporting them.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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